Balarama: a Royal Elephant by Ted Lewin and Betsy Lewin

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World travelers Ted and Betsy Lewin recount how the trained elephants of southern India, in particular the one chosen to be the lead elephant in the Mysore Dasara, are raised, cared for, and prepared for performing in ceremonial processions.

Meet the author: Ted Lewin

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Learn more about elephants: Elephant Facts

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